Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Caol Ila
£72
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Big Peat |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 48% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £71.95 | £47.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Quick verdict
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) is better value at £48 vs £72.
For beginners: Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £47.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £71.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Only Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat Fèis Ìle (2019 Edition)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange